Industry
August 4, 2021
COVID-19 Testing in Macau Brings Unexpected Consequences
For more than a year, Macau did not have a single positive COVID-19 case. However, after four people tested positive with the Delta COVID-19 variant this week, the local government initiated mass testing. Reportedly, the testing resulted in a spike of players and employees leaving Macau, as well as a decrease in gaming stocks. Mass […]
Casino
August 4, 2021
MGM Resorts in Search of 3,000 Employees in Vegas
The Silver State is returning to mask-wearing as MGM Resorts forges ahead in the hopes of adding 3,000 people to its workforce. MGM Resorts Looking to Bolster Work Force Las Vegas is under pressure to keep COVID-19 cases under control as the number of infections continues to increase, and Nevada governor Steve Sisolak has already ordered […]
Casino
August 4, 2021
Netmarble Seals SpinX Games Acquisition in $2.19bn Deal
South Korean mobile games publisher Netmarble has acquired social casino developer SpinX Games in a landmark $2.19 billion deal that will allow the company to expand in new verticals. The Hong-Kong based developer has created a number of compelling mobile titles, including Cash Frenzy, Lotsa Slots and Jackpot World, making for some of the highest-grossing social casino games. In a similar vein, SpinX […]
Casino
August 4, 2021
Scientific Games Adds Lightning Box Studio to iGaming Portfolio
Following a decision to refocus entirely on digital and land-based gaming, Scientific Games is now acquiring Lightning Box Studios to continue with its growth strategy in the sector. SG Adds More iGaming Opportunities with Lightning Box Scientific Games Corporation (SG) continues to grow its clout in the iGaming space with the company acquiring Lightning Box, a dedicated […]
Industry
August 4, 2021
AGA Urges Standardized Gambling Disclaimers Nationwide
Conflicting information in gambling ad disclaimers leads to confusion and lower awareness among problem gamblers, argues America’s largest gambling trade body. AGA Seeks to Set Higher Gambling Protection Standards in Advertising The American Gambling Association (AGA) wants regulatory frameworks to do more in addressing the potential harms of gambling and do so by communicating the available help […]
Business
August 4, 2021
Crown Resorts Set to Part Ways with Helen Coonan, Xavier Walsh
The shakeup of personnel in the upper ranks of Crown Resorts in Australia continues. As the casino operator tries everything it can to hang onto its gaming license in the state of Victoria, Crown Melbourne CEO Xavier Walsh is being forced to distance himself from the company. It has also been reported that Crown’s executive […]
Casino
August 3, 2021
BetConstruct’s Blast and Striker Games Approved in the UK
Online gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct acquired permission from the UK Gambling Commission to deploy its Blast and Striker games. Latest Step in Global Expansion The decision by the Gambling Commission to grant approval for the Blast and Striker games allows the technology supplier to deploy these engaging gaming solutions in the UK and […]
Business
August 3, 2021
Paf Adds two Swedish Licensees to Portfolio
The Swedish-licensed gaming companies Speedy Ltd and Speedy Originals, previously owned by Hero Gaming, are now part of Paf’s portfolio. Paf Becomes One of Sweden’s Top Six Gaming Companies Åland Islands-based gaming company Paf has bought the Swedish licensed gaming companies Speedy Ltd and Speedy Originals from Hero Gaming. Thus, Paf is adding the gaming sites Speedy Casino, Speedybet, and Speedyspel to its portfolio. The deal is aimed at positioning the gaming operator […]
Casino
August 3, 2021
BetGames Breaks Ground in Georgia with Europebet
Europebet welcomes BetGames’ iGaming and live dealer products in Georgia, marking an inaugural entry for the supplier. Europebet Taps BetGames iGaming Titles BetGames, a provider of live iGaming products, is bringing its portfolio of live dealer and casino games to Georgia as a part of a newly-minted partnership with Europebet. The partnership builds upon BetGames’ momentum in forging […]
Casino
August 3, 2021
Wazdan Expands in Italy with Aggregator Tuko Productions
Wazdan continues to expand, with Italy becoming its latest entry market as the company teams up with content aggregator Tuko Productions. Italy Welcomes Wazdan with Tuko Productions Casino supplier Wazdan has grown its footprint in Italy through a strategic partnership with content aggregator Tuko Productions. Thanks to this alliance, Wazdan will be able to launch its portfolio of […]